Technical Data Sheet
• Low Emissions
•
Shell Rimula R5 LE 10W-30 Energy Saving
Synthetic Technology Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil
Shell Rimula R5 LE oils feature "Low-SAPS" additive technology while delivering energy savings. Protective
power is enhanced through the use of synthetic base oil technology to deliver fuel economy performance with no
compromise in durability.
Performance, Features & Benefits · Low emission engine use
· Emissions system capability
Advanced low-ash formulation helps control the blocking or
Shell Rimula R5 LE meets the requirements of the major
European engine manufacturers for low emission
poisoning of exhaust after-treatment devices, helping applications.
maintain vehicle emission compliance and engine fuel
Specifications, Approvals & Recommendations
·
efficiency.
· Caterpillar ECF-3, ECF-2
Fuel economy capability
· Cummins CES 20081
·
The use of synthetic base oil components provides Shell
MTU Category 2.1
Rimula R5 LE with the capability to improve cold starting
and reduce fuel consumption and save money, without · MAN M 3575*
compromising engine protection or durability.
· MB-Approval 228.31
· Improved engine cleanliness
· Renault VI RLD-3
The advanced formulation delivers good engine cleanliness
· Volvo VDS-4
and protection against piston deposits allowing Shell
· API CJ-4, CI-4 Plus, CI-4, CH-4, CG-4
·
Rimula R5 LE to ensure engine and component reliability at
ACEA E9, E7
extended oil drain intervals.
· JASO DH-2
Main Applications
· Mack EO-O Premium Plus
* meets the requirements of
For a full listing of equipment approvals and
· European heavy duty engines
Shell Rimula R5 LE provides protection and performance in
recommendations, please consult your local Shell Technical
Helpdesk.
modern high power heavy-duty diesel engines from leading
European engine makers such as Mercedes-Benz and
MAN and where oils meeting ACEA E9 are called for.
Typical Physical Characteristics
Properties Method Shell Rimula R5 LE 10W-30
Kinematic Viscosity @400C mm2/s ASTM D445 82.4
Kinematic Viscosity @1000C mm2/s ASTM D445 12.2
Dynamic Viscosity 0
@-25 C mPa s ASTM D5293 6500
Viscosity Index ASTM D2270 145
Total Base Number mg KOH/g ASTM D2896 10
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Properties Method Shell Rimula R5 LE 10W-30
Sulphated Ash % ASTM D874 1
Density @15 C0
kg/l ASTM D4052 0.865
Flash Point (COC) 0
C ASTM D92 226
Pour Point 0
C ASTM D97 -36
These characteristics are typical of current production. Whilst future production will conform to Shell's specification,
variations in these characteristics may occur.
Health, Safety & Environment
· Health and Safety
Shell Rimula R5 LE 10W-30 is unlikely to present any significant health or safety hazard when properly used in the
recommended application and good standards of personal hygiene are maintained.
Avoid contact with skin. Use impervious gloves with used oil. After skin contact, wash immediately with soap and water.
Guidance on Health and Safety is available on the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet, which can be obtained from
[Link]
· Protect the Environment
Take used oil to an authorised collection point. Do not discharge into drains, soil or water.
Additional Information
· Advice
Advice on applications not covered here may be obtained from your Shell representative.
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